In this heartfelt episode of the Step Stories podcast, host Robin Breuner welcomes author and podcast host Anne Gudger, who shares her journey through loss, healing, and the formation of a blended family. Anne discusses her powerful memoir 'The Fifth Chamber,' the traumatic loss of her first husband, Kent, and the transformative strength she discovered through her experiences. Anne opens up about raising her son, Jake, with her second husband, Scott, who embraced the role of father without feeling threatened by the memory of Kent. They delve into the challenges and rewards of maintaining a connection to Kent's memory while integrating Scott fully into the family. Anne also talks about her successful podcast, 'Coffee Grief and Gratitude,' co-hosted with her daughter Maria, and provides valuable insights into handling complex family dynamics with love and openness. Tune in for an inspiring discussion filled with stories of resilience, love, and the power of family, both biological and chosen.

Anne Gudger

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Robin Breuner

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